A PV array is the complete assembly of photovoltaic modules (solar panels) that work together to convert solar radiation into direct current (DC) electricity.
From residential rooftops to utility-scale solar farms, photovoltaic arrays offer scalable solutions for virtually any application. Success with PV arrays requires understanding the fundamental principles, careful system design, proper installation, and ongoing maintenance.
Proper array sizing begins with energy consumption analysis. A typical residential system requires: For example, a home using 1,000 kWh monthly in a location with 5 peak sun hours daily would need approximately 6.7 kW of PV array capacity (1,000 kWh ÷ 30 days ÷ 5 hours = 6.67 kW). PV arrays must be properly sized for their connected inverters.
Residential PV arrays typically range from 3-15 kW capacity, designed to offset household electricity consumption. Commercial PV arrays range from 50 kW to several megawatts, designed for businesses, schools, and industrial facilities. Utility-scale PV arrays exceed 5 MW capacity and can reach hundreds of megawatts or even gigawatts.
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